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PO62 BYN

2012 Fiat Punto

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,351 mi
Last recorded114,351 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Fiat Punto51,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO62 BYN
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 114,351 miles

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp insecure (4.6.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

oil warning lamp on

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated outer skin peeling off

Fail 27 Aug 2024 114,351 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp insecure (4.6.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

brake pad warning lamp on

oil warning lamp on

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated outer skin peeling off

Pass 21 Jul 2023 104,455 miles

Offside Front day running light inop

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 104,455 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front day running light inop

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 91,791 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 91,791 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 89,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 89,091 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 81,490 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 69,918 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 54,622 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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PO62 BYN is a 2012 Fiat Punto in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 51,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO62 BYN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Fiat Punto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PO62 BYN registered?

PO62 BYN is a 2012 Fiat Punto, first registered on 9 November 2012.

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